Mike Schultz, CSCS, CPT, is the head coach, founder of Highland Training and has more than 20 years of racing, coaching and training experience from endurance and ultra-endurance events. Starting in the mid 90's, Mike got into XC Mountain bike racing, along with road racing events. In the mid 2000's, Mike found success in racing all night with 24 hour solo mountain bike races. That led into racing 100 mile off road events, along with 300 mile bike pack events and then eventually, studies for certifications that led to the start of a coaching career.

Mike currently works with wide range of athletes ranging from dedicated age groupers to national and international elites. Mike is certified as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and certified personal trainer (CPT) with the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), as well as a USA Cycling Certified Coach (USAC). Mike also holds a Bachelors degree from Robert Morris University.

Mike continues to compete within endurance and ultra endurance events on a regional and national level while continuing to further study the science behind sports specific training. When not riding and coaching, Mike is a regular contributor to the Training Peaks Blog, as well as other publications. Mike resides in the south west of PA where he coaches and trains full time, year round.

Feel free to contact Mike at - schultz@highlandtraining.net - with any questions about training and coaching